Here's Why People Are Asking for "Wedgies" at Red Robin

Consider this the one time you'll actually look forward to being given a Wedgie: It's the name of Red Robin's newest burger, and when you order one for someone else, a portion of the proceeds go to charity.

The burger, which hits the chain's menus today, is served on a lettuce wedge bun (hence the name), and is topped with guacamole, bacon, tomato and onions. The whole thing clocks in at 450 calories—compared to 1,040 for Red Robin's popular Banzai Burger, or 1,392 for the Whiskey River BBQ Burger—making it one of the brand's healthier options to order, provided you don't pair it with refill after refill of bottomless fries. It's smart timing, considering that "losing weight" remains the top New Year's resolution, according to the latest Marist poll.

Of course, there's no specific rule that says you can't give yourself a Wedgie, then use the prepaid e-gift card to buy your lunch, so you can enjoy the burger while donating money to the cause. Or you could drop a few subtle hints to that friend who wants to exchange belated Christmas gifts with you next week, just in case he or she hasn't picked anything up yet.